Mercedes-Benz 2005 E 500 4MATIC Betreibershandbuch

Bild in der Größe215x70 mm einfügenOperator’s ManualE-Class Sedan

ContentsReplacing bulbs ... 417Bulbs ... 417Replacing bulbs for front lamps..

98Controls in detailIn the “Controls in detail” section you will find detailed information on how to oper-ate the equipment installed on your vehi-cle

99Controls in detailLocking and unlockingFactory settingGlobal unlocking왘 Press button Œ.All turn signal lamps flash once. The locking knobs in the do

100Controls in detailLocking and unlockingThe vehicle will lock again automatically and reactivate the anti-theft alarm system within approximately 40

101Controls in detailLocking and unlockingChecking the batteries왘 Press button ‹ or Œ.Battery check lamp 5 comes on brief-ly to indicate that the Smar

102Controls in detailLocking and unlockingLoss of SmartKey or mechanical keyIf you lose a SmartKey or mechanical key, you should do the following:왘 Ha

103Controls in detailLocking and unlockingWarning! GWhen leaving the vehicle, always take the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO with you, and lock the vehicle.

104Controls in detailLocking and unlockingImportant notes on using KEYLESS-GO앫 You can also use the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO like a normal SmartKey (컄

105Controls in detailLocking and unlockingfunction and the vehicle’s electrical system will operate according to the position of the SmartKey in the s

106Controls in detailLocking and unlockingSelective settingIf you frequently travel alone, you may wish to reprogram the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO so w

107Controls in detailLocking and unlockingChecking the batteries왘 Press button ‹ or Œ.Battery check lamp 5 comes on brief-ly to indicate that the Smar

9Product information왔IntroductionProduct informationPlease observe the following in your own best interest:We recommend using genuine Mercedes-Benz pa

108Controls in detailLocking and unlockingUnlocking and opening the trunk lidYou can unlock and open the trunk lid sep-arately.A minimum height cleara

109Controls in detailLocking and unlockingOpening the doors from the insideYou can open a locked door from the in-side. Open door only when conditions

110Controls in detailLocking and unlockingOpening the trunkOpening the trunk from the outsideA minimum height clearance of 5.90 ft (1.80 m) is require

111Controls in detailLocking and unlocking1 Remote trunk lid switch with indicator lamp (vehicles with trunk lid open-ing/closing system*)왘 Pull remot

112Controls in detailLocking and unlockingClosing the trunkClosing the trunk from the inside auto-matically*In vehicles with trunk lid opening/closing

113Controls in detailLocking and unlockingClosing the trunk from the outside manuallyDepending on production date, your vehi-cle is equipped with eith

114Controls in detailLocking and unlockingClosing the trunk from the outside (vehicles without KEYLESS-GO*)In vehicles with trunk lid opening/closing

115Controls in detailLocking and unlockingClosing the trunk from the outside (vehicles with KEYLESS-GO*)In vehicles with trunk lid opening/closing sys

116Controls in detailLocking and unlockingClosing the trunk and locking the vehi-cle from the outside (vehicles with KEYLESS-GO*)In vehicles with trun

117Controls in detailLocking and unlocking왘 Press switch 1 briefly.The vehicle is locked and the trunk lid closes automatically. The turn signals flas

10IntroductionOperator’s ManualThis Operator’s Manual contains a great deal of useful information. We urge you to read it carefully and familiarize yo

118Controls in detailLocking and unlocking왘 Briefly press emergency release button 1.The trunk unlocks and the trunk lid opens.Illumination of the eme

119Controls in detailLocking and unlockingFor more information on towing the vehi-cle, see the “Practical hints” section (컄 page 439).You can deactiva

120Controls in detailLocking and unlockingUnlocking왘 Press lower half 2 of the central lock-ing switch.The vehicle unlocks.iYou can open a locked door

121Controls in detailSeats왔 SeatsFor more information on seat adjustment, see the “Getting started” section (컄 page 38).Easy-entry/exit featureThis fe

122Controls in detailSeatsWhen entering the vehicle, with the easy-entry/exit feature activated, the steering wheel or, depending on your se-lection,

123Controls in detailSeatsRemoving and installing front seat head restraintsFor more information on head restraint ad-justment, see the “Getting start

124Controls in detailSeatsRear seat head restraintsFolding head restraints back with switch in the center consoleThe rear seat head restraints can be

125Controls in detailSeatsRemoving and installing rear seat head restraints1 Release catchRemoving rear seat head restraints왘 Fold the backrest forwar

126Controls in detailSeatsDrive-Dynamic seat* with multicon-tour featuresThe Drive- Dynamic seat automatically ad-justs the lateral support provided b

127Controls in detailSeatsDrive-dynamic featuresActivating왘 Press button 4 (컄 page 126).The indicator lamp in the button comes on for five seconds and

11IntroductionOperator’s ManualImportant notice for California retail buyers and lessees of Mercedes-Benz automobilesUnder California law you may be e

128Controls in detailSeats1 Seat heating switch왘 Switch on the ignition (컄 page 33).Switching seat heating on왘 Press button 1 repeatedly until the des

129Controls in detailSeats1 Seat ventilation switch왘 Switch on the ignition (컄 page 33).Switching seat ventilation on왘 Press button 1 repeatedly until

130Controls in detailMemory functionYou can store up to three different settings for each SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*.The following settings

131Controls in detailMemory functionThe memory button and stored position button are located on the door.M Memory button1, 2, 3 Stored position button

132Controls in detailMemory functionStoring exterior rear view mirror park-ing positionFor easier parking, you can adjust the pas-senger-side exterior

133Controls in detailLighting왔 LightingFor information on how to switch on the headlamps and use the turn signals, see “Switching on headlamps” (컄 pag

134Controls in detailLightingManual headlamp modeThe low beam headlamps and the parking lamps can be switched on and off with the exterior lamp switch

135Controls in detailLightingCanada only:The daytime running lamp mode is manda-tory and therefore in a constant mode.When the engine is running, and

136Controls in detailLightingLocator lighting and night security illu-minationLocator lighting and night security illumi-nation are described in the “

137Controls in detailLightingRear fog lamp (driver’s side only)왘 Switch on the low beam headlamps (컄 page 50).왘 Pull out exterior lamp switch to secon

12IntroductionOperator’s ManualMaintenanceThe Maintenance Booklet describes all the necessary maintenance work which should be performed at regular in

138Controls in detailLightingHazard warning flasherThe hazard warning flasher can be switched on at all times, even with the SmartKey removed from the

139Controls in detailLightingInterior lighting in the front1 Left front reading lamp on/off2 Rear interior lighting on/off3 Automatic control on/off4

140Controls in detailLightingManual controlFront interior lighting왘 Press front interior lighting switch 4.The front interior lighting switches on.왘 P

141Controls in detailLightingInterior lighting in the rearThe overhead control panel is located above the rear seat bench.1 Ambient lighting switch, t

142Controls in detailInstrument clusterA full view illustration of the instrument cluster can be found in the “At a glance” section of this manual (컄

143Controls in detailInstrument clusterCoolant temperature indicatorDuring severe operating conditions, e.g. stop-and-go traffic, the coolant tempera-

144Controls in detailInstrument clusterTachometerThe red marking on the tachometer de-notes excessive engine speed.To help protect the engine, the fue

145Controls in detailControl system왔 Control systemThe control system is activated as soon as the SmartKey in the starter switch is turned to position

146Controls in detailControl systemMultifunction steering wheelThe displays in the multifunction display and the settings in the control system (컄 pag

147Controls in detailControl systemIt is helpful to think of the menus, and the functions within each menu, as being ar-ranged in a circular pattern.앫

13IntroductionOperator’s ManualOperating your vehicle outside the USA or CanadaIf you plan to operate your vehicle in for-eign countries, please be aw

148Controls in detailControl systemMenus This is what you will see when you scroll through the menus.The table on the next page provides an overview o

149Controls in detailControl systemMenus, submenus and functionsMenu 1 Menu 2 Menu 3 Menu 4 Menu 5 Menu 6 Menu 7 Menu 8Standard displayAUDIO NAV* Dist

150Controls in detailControl systemStandard display menuYou can select the functions in the stan-dard display menu with button k or j.The following fu

151Controls in detailControl systemSelect satellite radio station*The satellite radio is treated as a radio ap-plication.왘 Select SAT radio with the c

152Controls in detailControl systemNAV* menuThe Nav menu contains the functions needed to operate your navigation system.왘 Press button è or ÿ repeate

153Controls in detailControl systemDistronic activatedWhen Distronic is activated, Distronic and the set speed are seen in the display.1 Distronic act

154Controls in detailControl system왘 Press button k or j.The stored messages will now be dis-played in the order in which they have occurred. For malf

155Controls in detailControl systemSubmenus in the Settings menu왘 Press button k or j.In the display you see the collection of the submenus.왘 Press bu

156Controls in detailControl systemThe table below shows what settings can be changed within the various menus. De-tailed instructions on making indiv

157Controls in detailControl systemInstrument cluster submenuAccess the Instr. cluster submenu via the Settings menu. Use the Instr. clus-ter submenu

14IntroductionWhere to find itThis Operator’s Manual is designed to pro-vide comprehensive support information for you, the vehicle operator. For easy

158Controls in detailControl systemSelecting language왘 Move the selection marker with the æ or ç button to the Instr. cluster submenu.왘 Press button j

159Controls in detailControl systemSelecting display (speed display or out-side temperature) for basic display왘 Move the selection marker with the æ o

160Controls in detailControl systemSynchronizing the timeThis function can only be seen on vehicles with COMAND and navigation module*.왘 Move the sele

161Controls in detailControl systemSet date (month)왘 Move the selection marker with the æ or ç button to the Time/Date submenu.왘 Press button j or k r

162Controls in detailControl systemLighting submenuAccess the Lighting submenu via the Set-tings menu. Use the Lighting submenu to change the lamp and

163Controls in detailControl systemSetting locator lightingWith the locator lighting feature activated and the exterior lamp switch in position U, the

164Controls in detailControl systemSetting night security illumination (Headlamps delayed shut-off)Use this function to set whether and how long you w

165Controls in detailControl systemVehicles with KEYLESS-GO*:왘 Press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop but-ton on the gear selector lever (컄 page 35).Setting

166Controls in detailControl systemVehicle submenuAccess the Vehicle submenu via the Set-tings menu. Use the Vehicle submenu to make general vehicle s

167Controls in detailControl systemConvenience submenuAccess the Convenience submenu via the Settings menu. Use the Convenience sub-menu to change the

15IntroductionSymbols왔 SymbolsThe following symbols are found in this Operator’s Manual:* Optional equipment is identified with an asterisk. Since sta

168Controls in detailControl systemThe following settings are available for the easy-entry/exit feature:Setting SmartKey-dependencyUse this function t

169Controls in detailControl system왘 Press button æ or ç to switch function on or off.Dynamic seat* submenuAccess the Dynamic Seat submenu via the Set

170Controls in detailControl systemTrip computer menuUse the trip computer menu to call up sta-tistical data on your vehicle. The following informatio

171Controls in detailControl systemResetting fuel consumption statistics왘 Press button ÿ or è repeatedly until you see the first function of the Trip

172Controls in detailControl systemWhich messages will appear in the display field depends on whether your telephone is switched on or off:앫 If the te

173Controls in detailControl system왘 Press button j or k repeatedly until the desired name appears in the display.The stored names are displayed in as

174Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionFor more information on driving with an au-tomatic transmission, see the “Getting started” section (컄 page

175Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionWhen the gear selector lever is in position D, you can influence transmission shifting by:앫 limiting the ge

176Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionOne-touch gearshifting Even with an automatic transmission you can change the gears manually when the gear

177Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionGear rangesWith the gear selector lever in position D, you can limit the transmission’s gear range by press

16IntroductionOperating safetyProper use of the vehicleProper use of the vehicle requires that you are familiar with the following information and rul

178Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionGear selector lever positionEffectì Park position Gear selector lever position when the vehicle is parked.

179Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionAutomatic shift programmThe program mode selector switch is located on the lower part of the center console

180Controls in detailAutomatic transmission왘 Press program mode selector switch 1 repeatedly until the letter of the desired shift program appears in

181Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionWorking on the vehicleSteering wheel gearshift control (Speedshift) E 55 AMG When driving in the automatic

182Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionDownshifting왘 Press button 1 on the left side of the steering wheel.The transmission will shift to the next

183Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionManual shift program E 55 AMGIn the manual program mode M you can change the gears manually on the steering

184Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionDownshifting왘 Briefly press the gear selector lever to the left in the D- direction (컄 page 176).or왘 Press

185Controls in detailAutomatic transmissionKickdownUsing the kickdown when driving in the manual program mode M is not possible.Deactivating manual sh

186Controls in detailGood visibilityFor information on windshield wipers, see “Windshield wipers” (컄 page 51).Headlamp cleaning system*The button is l

187Controls in detailGood visibilityActivating exterior rear view mirror parking positionFollow these steps to activate the mirror parking position so

17IntroductionProblems with your vehicle왔 Problems with your vehicleIf you should experience a problem with your vehicle, particularly one that you be

188Controls in detailGood visibilitySun visorsThe sun visors protect you from sun glare while driving.왘 Swing sun visors down when you expe-rience gla

189Controls in detailGood visibility1 Mounting2 Additional visor*3 Sun visorIf sunlight enters through a side window:왘 Disengage sun visor from mounti

190Controls in detailGood visibilityRoller sunblind* in the rear doors왘 Pull the roller sunblind out using the hooks.왘 Attach the hooks at the top.War

191Controls in detailGood visibilityRear window defrosterThe rear window defroster uses a large amount of power. To keep the battery drain to a minimu

192Controls in detailDual-zone automatic climate control

193Controls in detailDual-zone automatic climate controlRear air vents1 Climate control panel2 Thumbwheel for air volume control for left center air v

194Controls in detailDual-zone automatic climate controlDepending on production date, your vehi-cle is equipped with either climate control panel desi

195Controls in detailDual-zone automatic climate controlClimate control panel design B1 Left-side temperature control2 Windshield defroster3 Increase

196Controls in detailDual-zone automatic climate controlThe climate control is operational whenev-er the engine is running. You can operate the climat

197Controls in detailDual-zone automatic climate controlDeactivating the dual-zone automatic climate control systemDeactivating왘 Press button M (컄 pag

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18IntroductionReporting safety defectsFor the USA only:The following text is published as required of manufacturers under Title 49, Code of U.S. Feder

198Controls in detailDual-zone automatic climate controlAdjusting air distributionAdjusting manuallyUse air distribution control 4 (컄 page 194) or (컄

199Controls in detailDual-zone automatic climate controlDefrostingActivating왘 Press button P (컄 page 194) or button 0 (컄 page 195).The indicator lamp

200Controls in detailDual-zone automatic climate controlDeactivating왘 Press button O (컄 page 194) or (컄 page 195).The indicator lamp on the button goe

201Controls in detailDual-zone automatic climate controlAir conditioningThe air conditioning is operational while the engine is running and cools the

202Controls in detailDual-zone automatic climate controlResidual heat and ventilation* (avail-able on climate control panel design A only)With the eng

203Controls in detailDual-zone automatic climate controlHeater booster system (Diesel engine)Your vehicle is equipped with a heater booster system. A

204Controls in detail4-zone automatic climate control*

205Controls in detail4-zone automatic climate control*1 Climate control panel2 Thumbwheel for air volume control for left center air vent3 Left center

206Controls in detail4-zone automatic climate control*Depending on production date, your vehi-cle is equipped with either climate control panel desig

207Controls in detail4-zone automatic climate control*Climate control panel design B1 Air distribution, left2 Defrosting3 Temperature rocker switch, l

19IntroductionVehicle data recording왔 Vehicle data recordingInformation regarding electronic recording devices (Including notice pursuant to Californi

208Controls in detail4-zone automatic climate control*The climate control is a 4-zone intelligent climate control system. Your vehicle interi-or is di

209Controls in detail4-zone automatic climate control*Nearly all dust particles, pollutants and odors are filtered out before outside air en-ters the

210Controls in detail4-zone automatic climate control*Setting the temperatureUse temperature control rocker switches 3 and 5 (컄 page 206) or (컄 page 2

211Controls in detail4-zone automatic climate control*Adjusting manually왘 Turn air distribution controls on each side of the passenger compartment to

212Controls in detail4-zone automatic climate control*Deactivating왘 Press button P(컄 page 206) or button 0 (컄 page 207).The indicator lamp on the butt

213Controls in detail4-zone automatic climate control*Deactivating왘 Press button O (컄 page 206) or (컄 page 207).The indicator lamp on the button goes

214Controls in detail4-zone automatic climate control*Air conditioningThe air conditioning is operational while the engine is running and cools the in

215Controls in detail4-zone automatic climate control*Residual heat and ventilation (available on climate control panel design A only)With the engine

216Controls in detail4-zone automatic climate control*Rear air conditioning1 Left rear center air vent, adjustable2 Right rear center air vent, adjust

217Controls in detail4-zone automatic climate control*Heater booster system (Diesel engine)Your vehicle is equipped with a heater booster system. A PT

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218Controls in detailPower windowsOpening and closing the windowsThe side windows are opened and closed electrically. The switches for all of the side

219Controls in detailPower windows왘 Switch on the ignition (컄 page 33). Opening the windows왘 Press switch 2 to 5 to the resistance point.The correspon

220Controls in detailPower windowsStopping windows during Express-op-eration왘 Press or pull the respective power win-dow switch again.Synchronizing po

221Controls in detailPower windows왘 With the vehicle unlocked, aim trans-mitter eye of the SmartKey or Smart-Key with KEYLESS-GO* at the driver’s outs

222Controls in detailPower windowsVehicles with KEYLESS-GO*:왘 Press and hold button ‹ or the lock button at the outside door handle (컄 page 58) until

223Controls in detailPower tilt /sliding sunroof*왔 Power tilt /sliding sunroof*Opening and closing the power tilt/sliding sunroofThe tilt/sliding sunr

224Controls in detailPower tilt /sliding sunroof*왘 Switch on the ignition (컄 page 46).Opening and closing the power tilt/sliding sunroof왘 To open, clo

225Controls in detailPower tilt /sliding sunroof*Stopping the power tilt/sliding sunroof during Express-operation왘 Move the sunroof switch in any dire

226Controls in detailPanorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel* Opening and closing the roller sunblinds for the panorama roof with power tilt/slidi

227Controls in detailPanorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel*Fully opening the roller sunblinds (Ex-press-open)왘 Move the roof panel/roller sunbli

21At a glanceCockpitInstrument clusterMultifunction steering wheelCenter consoleOverhead control panelDoor control panel

228Controls in detailPanorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel*왘 Switch on the ignition (컄 page 33).In a vehicle rollover, occupants not wearing the

229Controls in detailPanorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel*Opening and closing the panorama roof with tilt/sliding panel왘 To open, close, raise,

230Controls in detailPanorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel*왘 Move and hold the roof panel switch in the direction of arrow 3 until the tilt/slid

231Controls in detailDriving systems왔 Driving systemsThe following driving systems are ex-plained on the following pages:앫 Cruise control and Distroni

232Controls in detailDriving systems1 Set current or higher speed2 Set current or lower speed3 Cancel cruise control4 Resume at previously set speedSe

233Controls in detailDriving systemsCanceling cruise controlThere are several ways to cancel cruise control:왘 Step on the brake pedal.Cruise control w

234Controls in detailDriving systemsSetting a higher speed왘 Lift cruise control lever to position 1 and hold it up until the desired speed is reached.

235Controls in detailDriving systemsDistronic*When activated, the Distronic adaptive cruise control system increases driving convenience afforded by t

236Controls in detailDriving systemsiCanada only:This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two condi

237Controls in detailDriving systemsDistronic displays in the speedometer dial1 Set speedIf Distronic is activated, one or two seg-ments come on aroun

22At a glanceCockpit

238Controls in detailDriving systemsDistronic menu in the control systemIn the Distronic menu you can read the cur-rent settings for Distronic. What a

239Controls in detailDriving systemsDistronic deactivatedIf Distronic is deactivated you can see the standard display of Distronic in the multi-functi

240Controls in detailDriving systemsActivating DistronicYou can activate Distronic if:앫 you are driving between 25 mph (40km/h) and 110mph (180km/h)앫

241Controls in detailDriving systemsSetting a lower speed왘 Briefly tip the cruise control lever in the direction of arrow 2 (컄 page 239) to decrease v

242Controls in detailDriving systemsDeactivating DistronicThere are several ways to deactivate the Distronic system:왘 Briefly tip the cruise control l

243Controls in detailDriving systems1 Distance warning function on/off switch2 Control lamp3 Thumbwheel for setting distanceIncreasing distanceIncreas

244Controls in detailDriving systemsActivating왘 Press button 1.Indicator lamp 2 on the button comes on. A loudspeaker symbol appears in the multifunct

245Controls in detailDriving systemsThe most likely cause for a malfunctioning system is a dirty sensor (located behind the hood grille), especially a

246Controls in detailDriving systemsOffset drivingA vehicle traveling in your lane but offset from your direct line of travel may not be detected by D

247Controls in detailDriving systemsAirmatic DC (Dual Control)*Airmatic automatically selects the opti-mum suspension tuning and ride height for your

23At a glanceCockpitItem Page1 Parking brake pedal 48, 552 Hood lock release 3033 Steering wheel adjustment stalk 40Heated steering wheel* 2704 Park

248Controls in detailDriving systemsVehicle level controlYour vehicle automatically adjusts its ride height to앫 reduce fuel consumption앫 increase vehi

249Controls in detailDriving systemsThe following vehicle level settings can be selected when the vehicle is stationary and the engine is running:The

250Controls in detailDriving systemsParktronic system (Parking assist)*The Parktronic system is an electronic aid designed to assist the driver during

251Controls in detailDriving systemsFront sensorsRear sensorsMinimum distanceIf the system detects an obstacle in this range, all the distance warning

252Controls in detailDriving systemsWarning indicatorsVisual signals indicate to the driver the rel-ative distance between the sensors and an obstacle

253Controls in detailDriving systemsSwitching the Parktronic system on/offThe Parktronic system can be switched off manually.The Parktronic switch is

254Controls in detailLoadingRoof rack*1 TrimPreparing roof rack installation왘 Open trim 1 at the trim strips in the roof. 왘 Secure the roof rack accor

255Controls in detailLoading왘 Open hook and loop strap 1.왘 Pull ski sack into passenger compart-ment and unfold.왘 From trunk, slide skis into ski sack

256Controls in detailLoading왘 Connect snap hook 1 of front strap to eye 2 located on center tunnel in front of rear seat bench.Unloading and folding왘

257Controls in detailLoadingRemoval of ski sackFor removal of the ski sack, we recom-mend that you contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.Split re

24At a glanceInstrument cluster

258Controls in detailLoading왘 Pull release handle 1.The seat cushion automatically springs upward slightly.1 Seat cushion2 Seat backrest왘 Grip the bac

259Controls in detailLoading왘 Swing the head restraint forward by hand until it engages.Expanding the cargo area*Removing the rear seat cushions will

260Controls in detailLoading왘 Fold the seat backrest forward.Loading instructionsThe total load weight including vehicle oc-cupants and luggage/cargo

261Controls in detailLoadingCargo tie-down rings*Four rings 1 are located in the trunk.왘 Carefully secure cargo by applying even load on all rings wit

262Controls in detailUseful featuresStorage compartments Parcel net in front passenger footwellA small convenience parcel net is located in the front

263Controls in detailUseful featuresStorage compartment in the center console (no CD changer* installed)1 Opening/closing button왘 Press button 1 to op

264Controls in detailUseful featuresStorage compartment in the rear cen-ter console왘 Briefly press the top of the compart-ment.It extends automaticall

265Controls in detailUseful featuresCup holdersDepending on production date, your vehi-cle is equipped with cup holders in either the center console (

266Controls in detailUseful features1 Left cup holder2 Right cup holderRemoving cup holder왘 Take out the cup holder.Using two fingers in the horizonta

267Controls in detailUseful featuresRemoving cup holder1 Cup holder2 Locking pins왘 Move both locking pins 2 in direction of arrow.왘 Take cup holder ou

25At a glanceInstrument clusterItem Page1 L Left turn signal indi-cator lamp2 v ABS/ ESP warning lamp3573 Speedometer4 Multifunction display 1455 l Di

268Controls in detailUseful featuresAshtraysCenter console ashtrayOpening ashtray왘 Briefly press the marking on the bot-tom of cover 1.The ashtray ope

269Controls in detailUseful featuresCigarette lighterThe cigarette lighter is located in the cen-ter console compartment in front of the center armres

270Controls in detailUseful featuresHeated steering wheel*The steering wheel heating warms up the leather area of the steering wheel.The stalk with th

271Controls in detailUseful featuresYou can take and place telephone calls us-ing the s and t buttons on the steering wheel. To carry out other tele-p

272Controls in detailUseful featuresThe Tele Aid system is operational provid-ing that the vehicle’s battery is charged, properly connected, not damag

273Controls in detailUseful featuresEmergency callsAn emergency call is initiated automatical-ly following an accident in which the emer-gency tension

274Controls in detailUseful featuresInitiating an emergency call manually1 Cover2 SOS button왘 Briefly press on cover 1.The cover will open.왘 Press SOS

275Controls in detailUseful featuresRoadside Assistance button •Located below the center armrest cover is the Roadside Assistance button •.왘 Press and

276Controls in detailUseful featuresInformation button ¡The Information button ¡ is located be-low the center armrest cover.왘 Press and hold button (f

277Controls in detailUseful featuresUpgrade scenarioAn emergency call is possible even if other services are active.!If the indicator lamps do not sta

26At a glanceMultifunction steering wheelItem Page1 Multifunction display in speedometer145Operating control sys-tem1462 Selecting the submenu or sett

278Controls in detailUseful featuresRemote door unlockIn case you have locked your vehicle unin-tentionally (e.g. SmartKey inside vehicle), and the re

279Controls in detailUseful featuresStolen Vehicle Recovery servicesIn the event your vehicle was stolen:왘 Report the incident to the police.The polic

280Controls in detailUseful featuresWarning! GBefore programming the integrated remote control to a garage door opener or gate op-erator, make sure th

281Controls in detailUseful featuresProgramming or reprogramming the in-tegrated remote controlStep 1:왘 Switch on the ignition (컄 page 33).Step 2:왘 If

282Controls in detailUseful featuresStep 5:왘 When the indicator lamp 4 flashes rapidly, release both buttons.Step 6:왘 Press and hold the just-trained

283Controls in detailUseful featuresStep 9:왘 Press “training” button on the garage door opener motor head unit.The “training light” is activated.You h

284Controls in detailUseful featuresOperation of integrated remote control왘 Switch on the ignition (컄 page 33).왘 Select and press the appropriate inte

285OperationThe first 1000 miles (1500 km)Driving instructionsAt the gas stationEngine compartmentTires and wheelsWinter drivingMaintenanceVehicle car

286OperationIn the “Operation” section you will find de-tailed information on operating, maintain-ing and caring for your vehicle.The first 1000 miles

287OperationDriving instructions왔 Driving instructionsDrive sensibly – save fuelFuel consumption, to a great extent, de-pends on driving habits and op

27At a glanceCenter console왔 Center consoleUpper partItem Page1 Dual-zone automatic cli-mate control1924-zone automatic climate control*2042 COMAND sy

288OperationDriving instructionsPower assistance BrakesWarning! GThe brake system requires electrical energy for operation.A malfunction in the vehicl

289OperationDriving instructionsTo help prevent brake disk corrosion after driving on wet road surfaces (particularly salted roads), it is advisable t

290OperationDriving instructionsDriving offApply the brakes to test them briefly after driving off. Perform this procedure only when the road is clear

291OperationDriving instructionsTreadwear indicators (TWI) are required by law. These indicators are located in six places on the tread circumference

292OperationDriving instructionsTire tractionThe safe speed on a wet, snow covered or icy road is always lower than on a dry road.You should pay parti

293OperationDriving instructionsE320CDIE320, E3204MATICE500, E5004MATICE 320 4MATIC (Appearance Package*) E 500 4MATIC (Appearance Package*)Your vehic

294OperationDriving instructionsWinter driving instructionsThe most important rule for slippery or icy roads is to drive sensibly and to avoid abrupt

295OperationDriving instructionsStanding water Passenger compartmentDriving abroadAbroad, there is an extensive Mercedes-Benz service network at your

296OperationDriving instructionsTelephones and two-way radiosRadio transmitters, such as a portable tele-phone or a citizens band unit should only be

297OperationDriving instructionsOxidation catalyst (Diesel engine)Your Mercedes-Benz is equipped with an oxidation catalyst, an important element in c

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28At a glanceCenter consoleLower partItem Page1 Ashtray 2682 KEYLESS-GO* start/stop button353 Selector lever for automatic transmission46,1784 Parking

298OperationDriving instructionsCoolant temperatureDuring severe operating conditions and stop-and-go city traffic, the coolant tem-perature may rise

299OperationAt the gas station왔 At the gas stationRefuelingThe fuel filler flap is located on the right-hand side of the vehicle towards the rear. Loc

300OperationAt the gas station왘 Replace the fuel cap by turning it to the right.You will hear when the fuel cap is tight-ened.왘 Close the fuel filler

301OperationAt the gas stationLow outside temperatures (Diesel en-gine)To prevent malfunctions, diesel fuel with better cold flow characteristics is o

302OperationAt the gas stationEngine oil levelFor more information on engine oil level, see “Engine oil” (컄 page 304).Vehicle lightingCheck function a

303OperationEngine compartment왔 Engine compartmentHoodOpening1 Hood release왘 Pull lever 1 downwards.The hood is unlocked and handle 2 will extend out

304OperationEngine compartmentClosing왘 Let the hood drop from a height of ap-proximately 1 ft (30 cm).The hood will lock audibly.왘 Check to make sure

305OperationEngine compartmentChecking engine oil level with the con-trol systemWhen checking the oil level앫 the vehicle must be parked on level groun

306OperationEngine compartment왘 If engine is at normal operating temperature, wait five minutes before repeating check procedure.왘 If engine is not at

307OperationEngine compartment1 Filler cap (Gasoline engine)1 Filler cap (Diesel engine)왘 Unscrew filler cap 1 from filler neck.왘 Add engine oil as re

29At a glanceOverhead control panel왔 Overhead control panelItem Page1 Rear interior lighting on/off1392 Automatic interior lighting 1393 Front interio

308OperationEngine compartmentTransmission fluid levelThe transmission fluid level does not need to be checked. If you notice transmission fluid loss

309OperationEngine compartment왘 Replace and tighten cap.For more information on coolant, see the “Technical data” section (컄 page 466).BatteryYour veh

310OperationEngine compartmentWindshield washer system and headlamp cleaning system*The windshield washer reservoir is located in the engine compartme

311OperationTires and wheels왔 Tires and wheelsSee an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for information on tested and recommend-ed rims and tires for sum

312OperationTires and wheelsTire care and maintenanceRegularly check your tire inflation pressure at least once a month. For more informa-tion on chec

313OperationTires and wheelsTread depth Do not allow your tires to wear down too far. Adhesion properties on wet roads are sharply reduced at tread de

314OperationTires and wheelsDirection of rotationUnidirectional tires offer added advan-tages, such as better hydroplaning perfor-mance. To benefit, h

315OperationTires and wheels1 Driver’s door B-pillarFollowing is a discussion on how to work with the information contained on the two placards with r

316OperationTires and wheelsPlacard (Example B)1 Load limit information on the Vehicle Tire Information placardThe placard showing the load limit info

317OperationTires and wheelsSteps for determining correct load limitThe following steps have been developed as required of all manufacturers under Tit

30At a glanceDoor control panelItem Page1 Door handle 1092 Seat adjustment 383 Memory function (for stor-ing seat, exterior mirror and steering wheel

318OperationTires and wheelsThe higher the weight of all occupants, the less cargo and luggage load capacity is available.For more information, see “T

319OperationTires and wheelsCertification labelEven after careful determination of the combined weight of all occupants, cargo and the trailer tongue

320OperationTires and wheelsRecommended tire inflation pressureYour vehicle is equipped with either the Tire and Loading Information placard (Example

321OperationTires and wheelsPlacard (Example B)1 Vehicle Tire Information placard with recommended cold tire inflation pressuresPlacard (Example B) li

322OperationTires and wheelsChecking tire inflation pressureRegularly check your tire inflation pressure at least once a month.Check and adjust the ti

323OperationTires and wheels왘 Switch on the ignition (컄 page 33).왘 Press button è or ÿ on the mul-tifunction steering wheel repeatedly until the stand

324OperationTires and wheelsReactivating the tire pressure monitor-ing systemThe tire pressure monitoring system must be reactivated in the following

325OperationTires and wheels왘 Press the æ button.The following message will appear in the multifunction display field:Tire pres. monitor reactivated T

326OperationTires and wheelsPotential problems associated with underinflated and overinflated tiresUnderinflated tire inflation pressureUnderinflated

327OperationTires and wheelsTire labelingBesides tire name (sales designation) and manufacturer name, a number of markings can be found on a tire.Foll

31Getting startedUnlockingAdjustingDrivingParking and locking

328OperationTires and wheelsGeneral:Depending on the design standards used, the tire size molded into the sidewall may have no letter or a letter prec

329OperationTires and wheelsFor additional information on tire load rating, see “Load identification” (컄 page 331).Tire speed ratingThe tire speed rat

330OperationTires and wheelsSummer tires앫 At the tire manufacturer's option, any tire with a speed capability above 149 mph (240 km/h) can includ

331OperationTires and wheelsAll-season and winter tires Load identification1 Load identificationIn addition to tire load rating, special load informat

332OperationTires and wheelsDOT, Tire Identification Number (TIN)U.S. tire regulations require each new tire manufacturer or tire retreader to mold a

333OperationTires and wheelsTire type codeThe code 4 (컄 page 332) may, at the option of the manufacturer, be used as a descriptive code for identifyin

334OperationTires and wheelsMaximum tire inflation pressure1 Maximum permissible tire inflation pressure This is the maximum permissible tire inflatio

335OperationTires and wheelsQuality grades can be found, where appli-cable, on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For

336OperationTires and wheelsTemperatureThe temperature grades are A (the high-est), B, and C, representing the tire’s resis-tance to the generation of

337OperationTires and wheelsTire and loading terminologyAccessory weightThe combined weight (in excess of those standard items which may be replaced)

32Getting startedThe “Getting started” section provides an overview of the vehicle’s most basic func-tions.If you are already familiar with the basic

338OperationTires and wheelsGVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)This is the maximum permissible vehicle weight of the fully loaded vehicle (weight of th

339OperationTires and wheelsTIN (Tire Identification Number)Unique identifier which facilitates efforts by tire manufacturers to notify purchasers in

340OperationTires and wheelsRotating tiresTire rotation can be performed on vehicles with tires of the same dimension all around. If your vehicle is e

341OperationWinter driving왔 Winter drivingBefore the onset of winter, have your vehi-cle winterized at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. This servic

342OperationWinter drivingBlock heater* (Canada only)The engine is equipped with a block heat-er.The electrical cable may be installed at an authorize

343OperationMaintenance왔 MaintenanceWe strongly recommend that you have your vehicle serviced by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, in accordance wit

344OperationMaintenanceClearing the maintenance service indicatorYou can clear the maintenance service in-dicator.왘 Press the reset button 1 on the le

345OperationMaintenanceCalling up the maintenance service indicator왘 Switch on the ignition (컄 page 33).The standard display of the control sys-tem ap

346OperationMaintenanceSetting the date for special worksYou can enter appointments for exhaust gas analysis and general inspection using the maintena

347OperationMaintenance왘 Press the è button on the multi-function steering wheel until the stan-dard display appears in the multifunction display.The

33Getting startedUnlocking왘 Get in the vehicle and insert the SmartKey in the starter switch.For more information, see “Locking and unlocking” (컄 page

348OperationVehicle careCleaning and care of vehicleWhile in operation, even while parked, your vehicle is subjected to varying external in-fluences w

349OperationVehicle careWe have selected car-care products and compiled recommendations which are specially matched to our vehicles and which always r

350OperationVehicle careEngine cleaningPrior to cleaning the engine compartment, make sure to protect electrical compo-nents and connectors from conta

351OperationVehicle careCleaning the Distronic* system sensor cover1 Distronic system sensor coverUse a mild car wash detergent, such as Mercedes-Benz

352OperationVehicle care왘 Clean the wiper blade inserts with a clean cloth and detergent solution.Window cleaning왘 Turn on the wipers and place it in

353OperationVehicle careLight alloy wheelsMercedes-Benz approved Wheel Care should be used for regular cleaning of the light alloy wheels.If possible,

354OperationVehicle careLeather upholsteryUsing aftermarket seat covers or wearing clothing that has the tendency to give off coloring (e.g. when wet,

355Practical hintsWhat to do if …Where will I find ...?Unlocking/locking in an emergencyOpening/closing in an emergencyReplacing SmartKey batteriesRep

356Practical hintsWhat to do if …Lamps in instrument cluster General information:If any of the following lamps in the instru-ment cluster fails to com

357Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause Suggested solutionv The yellow ABS/ESP warning lamp comes on while driving.The ESP is deactiva

34Getting startedUnlockingSmartKeyStarter switch0 For removing SmartKey1 Power supply to some electrical con-sumers, such as seat adjustment2 Ignition

358Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause Suggested solution; (USA only)3 (Canada only)The red brake warning lamp comes on while driving

359Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause Suggested solution? (USA only)± (Canada only)The yellow engine malfunction indicator lamp

360Practical hintsWhat to do if …? (USA only)± (Canada only)The yellow engine malfunction indicator lamp comes on while driving.Your fuel tank is

361Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause Suggested solutionD The red coolant warning lamp comes on when the engine is running.There is

362Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause Suggested solutionl The red DTR warning lamp comes on while driving and you hear a warning chi

363Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause Suggested solutionH The yellow warning lamp for the tire pressure monitoring system comes on.T

364Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause Suggested solution1 The red SRS indicator lamp comes on while driving.There is a malfunction i

365Practical hintsWhat to do if …Lamp in center consoleProblem Possible cause Suggested solution75The indicator lamp illuminates and remains illuminat

366Practical hintsWhat to do if …Problem Possible cause Suggested solution75The indicator lamp does not illuminate and/or does not remain illuminated

367Practical hintsWhat to do if …Vehicle status messages in the multi-function displayWarning and malfunction messages ap-pear in the multifunction di

35Getting startedUnlockingSmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*Pressing the KEYLESS-GO start/stop but-ton on the gear selector lever corresponds to turning the Sm

368Practical hintsWhat to do if …On the pages that follow, you will find a compilation of the most important warning and malfunction messages that may

369Practical hintsWhat to do if …Text messagesDisplay Display message Possible cause Possible solutionABS MalfunctionVisit workshopThe ABS has detecte

370Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display Display message Possible cause Possible solutionLowBatteryConven. functionstemporarilyunavailableThe battery

371Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display Display message Possible cause Possible solutionDistronic Currently unavailableSee Operator’s ManualDISTRONIC

372Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display Display message Possible cause Possible solutionESP MalfunctionVisit workshopThe ESP has detected a malfuncti

373Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display Display message Possible cause Possible solutionESP Display malfunctionVisit workshopThe ESP or the ESP displ

374Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display messages Possible cause Possible solutionFront passengerairbag activatedSee Operator’s ManualA

375Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display messages Possible cause Possible solutionFront passengerairbag activatedSee Operator’s ManualI

376Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display messages Possible cause Possible solutionFront passengerairbag deactivatedSee Operator’s Manua

377Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display messages Possible cause Possible solutionFront passengerairbag deactivatedSee Operator’s Manua

36Getting startedUnlockingIgnition (or position 2)왘 Press KEYLESS-GO start/stop button twice.This supplies power to all electrical consumers. All lamp

378Practical hintsWhat to do if …Symbol messagesDisplay symbol Display messages Possible cause Possible solution#UndervoltageSwitch offconsumersThe ba

379Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display messages Possible cause Possible solution#Battery/AlternatorStop vehicleThe battery is malfunc

380Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display messages Possible cause Possible solution2Brake wearVisit workshopThe brake pads have reached

381Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display messages Possible cause Possible solution(USA only);(Canada only)3Reduced braking powerVisit w

382Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display messages Possible cause Possible solution(USA only);(Canada only)3Brake fluidVisit workshopThe

383Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display messages Possible cause Possible solution? (USA only)± (Canada only)Visit workshopThere ma

384Practical hintsWhat to do if …During severe operation conditions and stop-and-go city traffic, the coolant tem-perature may rise close to 248°F (12

385Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display messages Possible cause Possible solutionÏ CoolantStop, engine offThe poly-V-belt could be bro

386Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display messages Possible cause Possible solutionGDisplay malfunction Visit workshop The displays for

387Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display messages Possible cause Possible solution: USA only:Add 1 Qt. engine oilat next refuelingCana

37Getting startedAdjusting왔 AdjustingSeatsWarning! GAll seat, head restraint, steering wheel, and rear view mirror adjustments, as well as fas-tening

388Practical hintsWhat to do if …When the Engine oil - Visit workshop message appears while the engine is run-ning and at operating temperature, the e

389Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display messages Possible cause Possible solutionA Reserve fuelThe fuel level has dropped below the re

390Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display messages Possible cause Possible solutionFKeystill in vehicleA SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* left

391Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display messages Possible cause Possible solutionFKeyCheck batteryThe SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* batter

392Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display messages Possible cause Possible solution. Brake lampDrive to workshopBrake lamp illumination

393Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display messages Possible cause Possible solution. Low beam,rightThe right low beam lamp is malfunctio

394Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display messages Possible cause Possible solution. High beam,leftThe left high beam lamp is malfunctio

395Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display messages Possible cause Possible solution. Taillamp, leftSubstitute bulb onThe left tail lamp

396Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display messages Possible cause Possible solutionHTire pres. monitorreactivatedThe tire pressure monit

397Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display messages Possible cause Possible solutionHTire pres. monitorreactivatedThe tire pressure monit

Our company and staff congratulate you on the purchase of your new Mercedes-Benz.Your selection of our product is a demon-stration of your trust in ou

38Getting startedAdjustingSeat adjustmentThe seat adjustment switches are located on the front doors.1 Head restraint height2 Seat height3 Seat cushio

398Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display messages Possible cause Possible solutionHReactivatetire pres. monitorafter corr. pres.There w

399Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display messages Possible cause Possible solutionHTire pres.Please rectifyThe pressure is too low in o

400Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display messages Possible cause Possible solutionHCautionTire pres., RLThe left rear tire is deflating

401Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display messages Possible cause Possible solutionHTire pressure, RRCheck tireThe right rear tire infla

402Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display messages Possible cause Possible solutionHCautionTire pres., FRThe right front tire is deflati

403Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display messages Possible cause Possible solution<Seat belt systemDrive to workshopThe seat belt sy

404Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display messages Possible cause Possible solutionL Tele Aid malfunctionDrive to workshopOne or more ma

405Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display messages Possible cause Possible solutiontFunctionunavailableThis display appears if button t

406Practical hintsWhat to do if …Display symbol Display messages Possible cause Possible solution@Vehicle risingYour vehicle is adjusting to your leve

407Practical hintsWhere will I find ...?왔 Where will I find ...?First aid kitThe first aid kit is in the storage compart-ment at the front edge of the

39Getting startedAdjustingHead restraint height왘 Press the switch up or down in the di-rection of arrow 5.Head restraint tiltManually adjust the angle

408Practical hintsWhere will I find ...?In the case of a flat tire, you may tempo-rarily use the spare wheel when observing the following restrictions

409Practical hintsWhere will I find ...?Install luggage box왘 Insert luggage box into trunk so that fastening clips are in line with fastening bolts. 왘

410Practical hintsUnlocking/locking in an emergencyUnlocking the vehicleIf you are unable to unlock the vehicle with the SmartKey, open the driver’s d

411Practical hintsUnlocking/locking in an emergencyUnlocking the trunkA minimum height clearance of 5.90 ft (1.80 m) is required to open the trunk lid

412Practical hintsUnlocking/locking in an emergencyFuel filler flap emergency releaseIn case the central locking system does not release the fuel fill

413Practical hintsUnlocking/locking in an emergencyCup holder in the center armrest1 Pin왘 Open the storage compartment in the center armrest (컄 page 2

414Practical hintsOpening/closing in an emergencyPower tilt/sliding sunroof* or panora-ma roof with power tilt/sliding panel*You can open or close the

415Practical hintsReplacing SmartKey batteries왔 Replacing SmartKey batteriesIf the batteries in the SmartKey are dis-charged, the vehicle can no longe

416Practical hintsReplacing SmartKey batteries3 Battery4 Contact spring왘 Using a lint-free cloth, insert new bat-teries under the contact spring with

417Practical hintsReplacing bulbs왔 Replacing bulbsBulbsSafe vehicle operation depends on proper exterior lighting and signaling. It is there-fore esse

40Getting startedAdjustingSteering wheel adjustmentThe stalk for steering wheel adjustment is located on the steering column (lower left).1 Adjusting

418Practical hintsReplacing bulbsFront lamps Rear lampsLamp Type1 Additional turn signal lampsLED2 Turn signal lamp 1156 NA3 Side marker lamp W 5 W4 H

419Practical hintsReplacing bulbsNotes on bulb replacement앫 Use only 12 volt bulbs of the same type and with the specified watt rating. 앫 Switch light

420Practical hintsReplacing bulbsReplacing bulbs for front lamps1 Bulb socket for high beam head-lamp/high beam flasher bulb2 Bulb socket for parking

421Practical hintsReplacing bulbsLow beam bulb (halogen headlamps only)왘 Turn housing cover 3 counterclock-wise and remove it.왘 Pull electrical connec

422Practical hintsReplacing bulbsSide marker lamp bulb왘 Carefully slide the lamp towards the front in direction of arrows.왘 Remove the rear end first.

423Practical hintsReplacing wiper blades왔 Replacing wiper bladesRemoving wiper blades왘 Turn SmartKey in starter switch to position 1.왘 Turn combinatio

424Practical hintsReplacing wiper bladesInstalling wiper blades왘 Slide wiper blade onto wiper arm until it locks in place.왘 Rotate wiper blade into po

425Practical hintsFlat tire왔 Flat tireIn the case of a flat tire, you may tempo-rarily use the spare wheel when observing the following restrictions:앫

426Practical hintsFlat tireWhen changing wheel on a hill:왘 Place chocks on the downhill side blocking both wheels of the other axle.왘 On wheel to be c

427Practical hintsFlat tireMake sure the foot of the jack is directly under the take-up bracket so that it is al-ways vertical (plumb-line) as seen fr

41Getting startedAdjustingInterior rear view mirror왘 Manually adjust the interior rear view mirror.For more information, see “Rear view mir-rors” (컄 p

428Practical hintsFlat tireMounting the spare wheel왘 Clean contact surfaces of wheel and wheel hub.왘 Guide the spare wheel onto the align-ment bolt an

429Practical hintsFlat tireIn the case of a flat tire, you may tempo-rarily use the Minispare wheel when ob-serving the following restrictions:앫 Do no

430Practical hintsFlat tire왘 Screw air hose 4 onto the tire valve.왘 Insert electrical plug 3 into vehicle ci-gar lighter socket.왘 Turn the SmartKey in

431Practical hintsFlat tireLowering the vehicle왘 Lower vehicle by turning crank coun-terclockwise until vehicle is resting ful-ly on its own weight.왘

432Practical hintsBleeding the fuel system (Diesel engine only)Allowing the vehicle to be driven until the fuel tank is empty is not recommended. If t

433Practical hintsBatteries왔 BatteriesYour vehicle is equipped with two batter-ies:앫 Main battery (battery for starter and electrical consumers; locat

434Practical hintsBatteriesDisconnecting the battery왘 Depress parking brake firmly or move gear selector lever to position P.왘 Turn off all electrical

435Practical hintsBatteries왘 Remove the luggage box (컄 page 408).왘 Disconnect battery negative lead 1.왘 Remove cover 2 from the positive ter-minal.왘 D

436Practical hintsJump startingIf the battery is discharged, the engine can be started with jumper cables and the bat-tery of another vehicle. Observe

437Practical hintsJump startingThe battery is located in the trunk under-neath the luggage box (컄 page 408). Only jump start the vehicle from the batt

42Getting startedAdjustingFor more information, see “Activating exte-rior rear view mirror parking position” (컄 page 187).For more information, see “R

438Practical hintsJump starting왘 Start engine of the vehicle with the charged battery and run at idle speed.왘 Connect negative terminals 4 and 2 of th

439Practical hintsTowing the vehicle왔 Towing the vehicleMercedes-Benz recommends that the vehi-cle be transported with all wheels off the ground using

440Practical hintsTowing the vehicle!To be certain to avoid a possibility of damage to the drive train, however, we recommend the drive shaft be disco

441Practical hintsTowing the vehicleiTo signal turns while being towed with the hazard warning flasher in use, turn SmartKey in starter switch to posi

442Practical hintsTowing the vehicleInstalling towing eye boltFront of vehicle1 Cover on right side of front bumperTo remove cover:왘 Press mark on cov

443Practical hintsFuses왔 FusesFuse box in passenger compartment1 CoverOpening왘 Pull cover 1 open with a screwdriver or similar tool.왘 Remove cover 1 r

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445Technical dataParts serviceWarranty coverageIdentification labelsLayout of poly-V-belt driveEngineRims and tiresElectrical systemMain dimensionsWei

446Technical dataThe “Technical data” section provides the necessary technical data for your vehicle.Parts serviceAll authorized Mercedes-Benz Centers

447Technical dataWarranty coverage왔 Warranty coverageYour vehicle is covered under the terms of the warranties printed in the Service and Warranty Inf

43Getting startedDriving왔 DrivingFastening the seat beltsWarning! GDo not lay any objects in the driver’s foot-well. Be careful that floor mats or car

448Technical dataIdentification labels1 Certification label (includes Paintwork code)2 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) 3 Vacuum line routing diagr

449Technical dataLayout of poly-V-belt drive왔 Layout of poly-V-belt driveE 320/E 5001 Automatic belt tensioner2 Power steering pump3 Air conditioning

450Technical dataEngineModel E 320 (211.0651)E 320 4MATIC (211.0821)1The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. See an authorized Mercedes-Be

451Technical dataEngineModel E55AMG (211.0761)1The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the corr

452Technical dataEngineModel E 320 CDI (211.0261)1The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle. See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the c

453Technical dataRims and tires왔 Rims and tiresOnly use tires and rims which have been specifically developed for your vehicle and tested and approved

454Technical dataRims and tiresSame size tires16’’ tires17’’ tiresE320 CDIE320, E320 4MATICRims (light alloy) 8 J x 16 H2Wheel offset 1.4 in (36 mm)Su

455Technical dataRims and tires18’’ tiresE55AMG E 320 4MATIC (Sport Package*)E 500 4MATIC (Sport Package*)AMG light alloy rims 8 J x 18 EH2 8 J x 18 E

456Technical dataRims and tiresMixed size tiresE55AMGE320(Sport Package*)E500(Sport Package*)Front axle: AMG light alloy rims 8 J x 18 EH2Wheel offset

457Technical dataRims and tiresSpare wheel Minispare wheel (except E 55 AMG) Collapsible tire (E 55 AMG only)iPlease note that the tire inflation pres

44Getting startedDriving1 Retractor2 Latch plate3 Buckle4 Release buttonWarning! GNever let more people ride in the vehicle than there are seat belts

458Technical dataElectrical systemModel E320, E3204MATIC E 500, E 500 4MATIC E55AMGGenerator (alternator) 14 V/150 A 14 V/150 A 14 V/180 AStarter moto

459Technical dataMain dimensions왔 Main dimensionsModel E320CDI/E320 E500 E55AMGOverall vehicle length 190.3 in (4833 mm) 190.3 in (4833 mm) 190.9 in (

460Technical dataWeightsRoof load max. 220 lb (100 kg)Trunk load max. 220 lb (100 kg)

461Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants etc.왔 Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.Capacities Vehicle components and their respective lubricants must

462Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants etc.Model Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.Power steering E320CDI approx. 0.95 US qt (0.9 l) MB P

463Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants etc.Model Capacity Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.Air conditioning system R-134a refrigerant and special

464Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants etc.Engine oilsEngine oils are specifically tested for their suitability in our engines and durability fo

465Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants etc.Premium unleaded gasoline (Gasoline engine)Gasoline additives (Gasoline engine)A major concern among

466Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants etc.Fuel requirementsGasoline engineOnly use premium unleaded gasoline meeting ASTM standard D 439.The oc

467Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants etc.If the antifreeze mixture is effective to -22°F (-30°C), the boiling point of the cool-ant in the pre

45Getting startedDriving왘 Place the shoulder portion of the belt across the top of your shoulder and the lap portion across your hips. 왘 Push latch pl

468Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants etc.Therefore, the following product is strongly recommended for use in your vehicle: MB 325.0 anticorros

469Technical dataFuels, coolants, lubricants etc.Windshield and headlamp washer systemBoth the windshield and headlamp washer systems are supplied fro

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471Technical termsABS(Antilock Brake System)Prevents the wheels from locking up during braking so that the vehicle can continue to be steered.ADS(Adap

472Technical termsCOMAND(Cockpit Management and Data Sys-tem)Information and operating center for vehicle sound and communications systems, including

473Technical termsFSS PLUS (Canada vehicles)(Flexible Service System PLUS)Maintenance service indicator in the multifunction display that informs the

474Technical termsMemory function*Used to store three individual seat, steering wheel and exterior mirror posi-tions for each SmartKey.MON(Motor Octan

475Technical termsPTC heating element(Positive Temperature Coefficient)Electronic component that warms up quickly as electricity is supplied to it and

476Technical termsTire speed ratingPart of a tire designation; indicates the speed range for which a tire is ap-proved.TractionForce exerted by the ve

477IndexAABS 85, 471ABS control 86Malfunction indicator lamp 356Messages in display 369Warning lamp 356Accelerator position, automatic transmission* 1

46Getting startedDrivingStarting the engine Automatic transmissionGearshift pattern for automatic transmissionP Park position with gear selector lever

478IndexAir conditioning (cooling)Turning off 201, 214Turning on 201, 214Air distributionAdjusting 198, 210Air pressure 337Air pressure see Tire infla

479IndexAutomatic climate control (4-zone*) 204Adjusting air distribution 210Adjusting air volume 211Air conditioning 214Air recirculation mode 212Dea

480IndexBattery dischargedJump starting 436Bead 337Bi-Xenon headlamps* 471Bleeding the fuel system 432Block heater* 342BlockingRear window operation 8

481IndexCheckingCoolant level 308Oil level 301, 304Tire inflation pressure 301Vehicle lighting 301Child safety 71Airbags 62Infant and child restraint

482IndexConvenience submenu 167Activating easy-entry/exit feature* 167Setting parking position for exterior rear view mirror 168Setting SmartKey-depen

483IndexDelayed switch-offInterior lighting 165Department of Transportation see DOTDialingA number (telephone) 172Diesel fuel 300DifficultiesWhile dri

484IndexDoor handle 30Door unlockWith Tele Aid* 278DoorsMessage in display 386Opening from inside vehicle 109Opening from outside 105DOT 337Downhill d

485IndexEmergency operationsOpening/closing sliding/pop-up roof* or panorama sliding/pop-up roof* 414Releasing trunk lid from inside 117Remote door un

486IndexFront airbags 65Front fog lampReplacing bulb 418Front lamps 418Messages in display 394Replacing bulbs 420Switching on 133Front seat head restr

487IndexGood visibility 186GPS 473GPS see COMAND 272Gross Axle Weight Rating see GAWRGross Vehicle Weight Rating see GVWRGross Vehicle Weight see GVWG

47Getting startedDrivingDiesel engine:왘 Make sure the gear selector lever is set to P.왘 Do not depress the accelerator.왘 Turn the SmartKey in the star

488IndexInstrument cluster 24, 142, 353, 473Coolant temperature gauge 143Illumination 142Multifunction display 145Outside temperature indicator 144Sel

489IndexLayout of poly-V-belt drive 449Leather upholsteryCleaning 354Level control system*Airmatic DC* 247LeverFor cruise control 239License plate lam

490IndexMaintenance serviceCalling up the maintenance service indicator 345Maintenance service data information 347Overdue 343, 344Resetting maintenan

491IndexMultifunction display messagesABS 369Batteries 370, 378, 379Brake fluid 382Brake pads 380Check engine 359, 360Coolant 384, 385Coolant level 38

492IndexOperatingCD player 151Radio 150Safety 16Telephone* 171Vehicle outside the USA and Canada 13Operating safety 16OperationGarage door opener 284I

493IndexPower windows 218Blocking of rear window operation 83Convenience closing feature 221Side windows 218Summer opening feature 220Synchronizing 22

494IndexRemote door unlockWith Tele Aid* 278RemovingSki sack 257Vehicle battery 435Wheel 427Wiper blades 424Removing and installingFront seat head res

495IndexSeat belts 67Cleaning 353Fastening 43Proper use of 45, 69Safety guidelines 64Warning lamp 362Seat heater*Switching off 128Switching on 128Seat

496IndexSettingsCalling up Distronic* 152, 238Convenience functions 167Factory, KEYLESS-GO* 105Factory, SmartKey 99Individual 168Lighting (control sys

497IndexSnow chains 342Solar panel* 230Spare fuses 443Spare wheel 407SpeedSaving current 232Speed settingsCruise control 234Distronic* 240, 241Speedom

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48Getting startedDrivingThe engine begins to preglow and will start automatically.If the engine is at operating temperature, the preglow indicator lam

498IndexSwitching offAutomatic central locking (control system) 166Engine 56ESP 89Hazard warning flasher 138Headlamps 56Seat heating* 128Switching onA

499IndexTemperatureDisplay mode 157Sensor 29Setting interior temperature 197Setting units in display 157Tires 321The coolant level is correct if the l

500IndexTrunkLamp 141Message in display 405Opening 110Opening from inside 110Tie-down rings 261Trunk lid emergency release 117Unlocking and opening wi

501IndexVehicle careCup holder 353Distronic* system sensor cover 351Engine cleaning 350Gear selector lever 353Hard plastic trim items 353Leather uphol

502IndexWindshield washer fluidMessage in display 405Refilling 310Wiping with 52Windshield wipers 51Fast wiper speed 52Intermittent wiping 52Replacing

Service and LiteratureYour authorized Mercedes-Benz Center has trained technicians and original Mercedes-Benz parts to service your vehicle properly.

49Getting startedDriving왘 Release the parking brake by pulling on handle 2.The warning lamp ; (USA only) or 3 (Canada only) in the instrument cluster

50Getting startedDrivingFor more information on driving, see “Driv-ing instructions” (컄 page 287).Switching on headlampsLow beam headlampsThe exterior

51Getting startedDrivingTurn signalsThe combination switch is located on the left of the steering column.Combination switch1 Turn signals, right2 Turn

52Getting startedDrivingSwitching on windshield wipers왘 Turn the combination switch to the de-sired position depending on the inten-sity of the rain.0

53Getting startedDrivingProblems while drivingThe engine runs erratically and misfires앫 An ignition cable may be damaged.앫 The engine electronics may

54Getting startedDrivingThe coolant temperature is above 248°F (120°C)The coolant is too hot and is no longer cooling the engine.왘 Stop the vehicle as

55Getting startedParking and locking왔 Parking and lockingYou have now completed your first drive. You have properly stopped and parked your vehicle. E

56Getting startedParking and lockingSwitching off headlamps왘 Turn the exterior lamp switch to M (컄 page 50).For more information, see the “Controls in

57Getting startedParking and locking왘 After exiting the vehicle press the lock button ‹ on the SmartKey (컄 page 32).All turn signal lamps flash three

ContentsSafety and Security... 59Occupant safety... 60 Air bags ...

58Getting startedParking and locking1 Lock button on the door handle왘 After exiting the vehicle, press lock button 1 on the door handle or on the trun

59Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyPanic alarmDriving safety systemsAnti-theft systems

60Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyIn this section you will learn the most im-portant facts about the restraint system components of the vehicle.앫 Se

61Safety and SecurityOccupant safety Air bagsWarning! GIn the event that the 1 indicator lamp comes on during driving or does not come on at all, the

62Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWarning! GTo reduce the risk of injury when the front air bags inflate, it is very important for the driver and fr

63Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWarning! GAccident research shows that the safest place for children in an automobile is in the rear seat. It shou

64Safety and SecurityOccupant safetySafety guidelines for the seat belt, emergency tensioning device and air bagIn case of other types of impacts and

65Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWhen you sell your vehicle we strongly urge you to give notice to the subsequent owner that it is equipped with an

66Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyThe air bags will not deploy in impacts which do not exceed the system’s deploy-ment thresholds. You will then be

67Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyIn addition, the window curtain air bags 2 are deployed:앫 in certain vehicle rolloversThe front passenger side imp

ContentsControl system ... 145Multifunction display... 145Multifunction steering wheel... 146M

68Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyiFor information on infants and children traveling with you in the vehicle and re-straint systems for infants and

69Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWarning! GDamaged seat belts or belts that were highly stressed in an accident must be replaced and their anchorin

70Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyEmergency tensioning device (ETD), seat belt force limiterThe seat belts for the front and rear outer seats are eq

71Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyIn an impact, emergency tensioning devic-es remove slack from the belts. Belt force limiters reduce the force exer

72Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyiInformation on child seats with mount-ing fittings for tether anchorages (컄 page 80).For information on LATCH-typ

73Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyChildren can be killed or seriously injured by an inflating air bag. Note the following im-portant information whe

74Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyOccupant Classification SystemThe Occupant Classification System (OCS) automatically turns the front passenger fro

75Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyFurthermore, the occupant weight may ap-pear to increase or decrease due to objects hanging on the seat, other pas

76Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyWhen the OCS senses that the front passen-ger seat occupant is classified as being heavier than the weight of a ty

77Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyChildren can be killed or seriously injured by an inflating air bag. Note the following im-portant information whe

ContentsPanorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel*... 226Opening and closing the roller sunblinds for the panoram

78Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyThe 75 indicator lamp is located in the center console.1 Indicator lampThe 75 indicator lamp 1 will be illuminated

79Safety and SecurityOccupant safetySelf-test Occupant Classification Sys-temAfter turning the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 1 or 2 or pr

80Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyInstallation of infant and child restraint systemsThis vehicle is equipped with tether an-chorages for a top tethe

81Safety and SecurityOccupant safety2 Hook3 Anchorage ring왘 Securely fasten the hook 2 to the an-chorage ring 3.2 Hook3 Anchorage ring왘 Swing rear sea

82Safety and SecurityOccupant safety1 Indicates the position of the anchors2 Anchors왘 Install child seat according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

83Safety and SecurityOccupant safetyBlocking of rear door window operation1 Override switch2 Indicator lamp왘 Press override switch 1.Indicator lamp 2

84Safety and SecurityPanic alarmAn audible alarm and flashing exterior lamps will operate for approximately 2½ minutes.1 Â buttonActivating왘 Press and

85Safety and SecurityDriving safety systems왔 Driving safety systemsIn this section you will find information on the following driving safety systems:앫

86Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsThe - malfunction warning lamp in the instrument cluster comes on when you switch on the ignition. It goes

87Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsBASThe Brake Assist System (BAS) operates in emergency situations. If you apply the brakes very quickly, th

ContentsAt the gas station ... 299Refueling... 299Check regularly and before a long tr

88Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsFor more information, see the “Practical hints” section (컄 page 357).Warning! GNever switch off the ESP whe

89Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsSwitching off the ESPTo improve the vehicle's traction, turn off the ESP in driving situations where i

90Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsSwitching on the ESP왘 Press ESP button 1.The ABS/ESP warning lamp v in the instrument cluster goes out. You

91Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsThe SBC brake system is automatically ac-tivated when you앫 unlock the vehicle with the SmartKey or the KEYL

92Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsThe SBC brake servo assistance switches off automatically앫 approximately two minutes after you turned the S

93Safety and SecurityDriving safety systemsFour wheel electronic traction system (4MATIC) with the ESPModels with all-wheel-drive only.The 4MATIC impr

94Safety and SecurityAnti-theft systemsImmobilizerThe immobilizer prevents unauthorized persons from starting your vehicle.Activating앫 With the SmartK

95Safety and SecurityAnti-theft systemsDisarming the alarm systemThe alarm system is disarmed when you unlock your vehicle with the SmartKey or KEYLES

96Safety and SecurityAnti-theft systemsDisarming the tow-away alarmTo prevent triggering the tow-away alarm feature, switch off the tow-away alarm be-

97Controls in detailLocking and unlockingSeatsMemory functionLightingInstrument clusterControl systemAutomatic transmissionGood visibilityDual-zone au